Raising engine horsepower 12 percent tied Komatsu's WA600-6 at the top of the 375- to 575-hp size class with Volvo's L330E. The new Komatsu is the heaviest loader in its class and has the highest dump ...

The WA600-8 is certified Tier 4-Final, and reduces fuel consumpion by 13 percent over the Tier 3 predecessor. The capacity of the standard bucket has been increased to 9.2 cubic yards. The ...

Komatsu's 53 tonne WA600-6 has a 393 kW Tier 3 engine and, despite its size, the noise level in the cab is just 73 dB(A). Sales of wheeled loaders last year in China, Europe, North America and Japan ...

Komatsu also is not currently discussing a price for a commercialized version of the electric wheel loader, but Wadsack acknowledges there would be a price premium for going electric. Even so, there ...

The Goldfields Institute of Technology has welcomed a donation that will provide its students with practical education to help bring them to industry level. Otraco International donated one of its old ...

The equipment firm says its new WA485-11 and WA475-11 models offer increased fuel efficiency. “We’re excited to introduce these machines and put them to use for our aggregate customers and beyond,” ...

Manufacturers of wheel loaders recognize the recycling industry represents a growing market, and are designing and marketing their equipment with these users in mind. The variety of wheel loader sizes ...

The WA600-8 is equipped with a 529-hp SAA6D170E-7 23.15-liter, Tier 4 Final-certified engine that uses up to 13% less fuel than its Tier 3 predecessor.